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Micronutrient deficiencies continue to cause concern among children in Indonesia

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Micronutrient deficiencies continue to cause concern among children in Indonesia

Micronutrient deficiencies (MNDs) continue to pose a significant global health challenge, with the World Health Organization (WHO) estimating that over 2 billion people are affected.   Among those at risk of MNDs in developing and transitioning economies are school-aged children, as government support for micronutrient supplementation remains inconsistent or non-existent.  In Indonesia, micronutrient deficiencies (MNDs) in … Read more

Indonesian Nutrition Association president on tackling obesity in the country

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Dr Luciana Sutanto is the latest guest on our NutraChampion podcast.  Dr Luciana Sutanto The clinical nutrition specialist is especially concerned about the problem of obesity in the country, although the Indonesian government has also listed other health issues, such as anaemia as areas of concern. “The government has listed four nutritional problems, lack of … Read more